Regine Velasquez for ABSCBN’s My Binondo Girl

Asia’s Songbird Regine Velaquez’ voice mesmerized the theme song for ABSCBN’s newest primetime series. The latest offer features the comeback of Primetime Princess Kim Chiu for ‘My Binondo Girl’. The title of the song is ‘Sino Ako’ and been airing in the airwaves now.

But when asked if the songbird if she will switch networks, she said that she remain to be Kapuso and she don’t have plans of transferring the station. Meanwhile, the premiere of ‘My Binondo Girl’ will be on August 22. Kim Chiu is set to pair with her new screen partners – Jolo Revilla, Mateo Guidicelli and Xian Lim. The primetime series will also stars Comedy Queen Ai Ai Dela Alas, Gina Pareno, Cherry Pie Picache, Glydel Mercado and many more.

Here is the full trailer: 

A Talented Young Pinoy

No Doubt – Philippines is populated by extremely talented people. To date, we have contributed stars in the world’s list of constellations of outstanding performers. Lea Salonga, Apl De Ap (Alan Pineda), Regine Velasquez, Charice, Nicole Scherzinger, Billy Crawford, Enrique Iglesias, Bruno Mars, Maria Aragon, and dozens more. We have wowed the world many times and I believe will always be. Philippines have many undiscovered talent yet – including me. 


The most popular story today is Charice’s story. Her voice has literally brought her everywhere else in the globe - from Korea, to United States to Europe. She never fails to wow the world. From Ellen De Generes to Oprah to David Foster to Andrea Bocceli and even the late Michael Jackson. A surprise performance with Micheal Jackson with Charice is planned for the latter’s concert. But too bad that due the King of Pop’s sudden death it didn’t went through.

You might have just wondering why Filipinos are extremely talented. I have thousands of reason but I’d like to sum it up into three. There could have been 3 major factors why Filipinos have this severe hunger for showcasing their talents.

Filipino loves showbiz/limelight

We love to talk about celebrities and we love to invade the world of show business. Admit it – everyone wanted to see themselves in TV. One good evidence for this is the ‘phenomena’ of reality shows in the local television. From Pinoy Big Brother to Starstruck to Survivor to Showtime to Talentadong Pinoy and many more. I don’t know whats with our genes that we want to be in a television.

Filipinos love showbiz and idolizes celebrities. Most of us are trying to emulate our idols and fortunately, we are successful in doing so. There is a fan in each of us. And we idolize at least one personality. We love to get into intrigues and that gives revenue to popular names like Boy Abunda, Ricky Lo and Lolit Solis.

Filipinos happy people

We are happy people in the sense that even in the middle of adversity we never fail to smile. Yes that’s true. Even in times of calamity and disaster, we smile and face the world with a positive outlook that we will stand up amidst tragedy.

Filipinos are very emotional

We love the ‘telenobela’ life or rags to riches stories of famous personality. We picture their stories to our own. It gives us hope that one day our own star will shine. This is true with the stories of Sarah Geronimo, Manny Pacquiao and many more.

Here is a video of a talented boy from Clark, Pampanga. I hope that one day; he will be recognized and be discovered. This guy is such a talented boy. 

YOU WILL SEE IT FIRST HERE !

Ryan Cayabyab and Friends Concert !

If the America has David Foster, the Philippines have Maestro Ryan Cayabyab. I am not comparing these two musical masters, but they have something in common. And that is the intellect and the power to manipulate the notes in their hands. Maestro Ryan Cayabyab has been in this industry for a very long time now. Mr. C as he is known in this industry has been performed with leading Philippine Musical Personalities like Lani Misalucha, Regine Velasquez, Dulce, Martin Nievera, Gary Valenciano and many more. He has also performed outside the country – New York, USA; Las Vegas, Nevada; Vancouver, Canada; Japan, Netherlands and many more.

Did you know that Mr. C composed the themes of TV Patrol and ABSCBN late night news The World Tonight in 1992 and used until 1996. Mr. C also composed ‘Mabuhay’ song, the opening song of Miss Universe 1994 when it was held here in Manila.

Sir Ryan Cayabyab was last seen on primetime television thru ABSCBN’s Pinoy Dream Academy Season 2 as Head Master. To those who haven’t remembered this season, it was Laarni Losada who was hailed the Big Winner in this contest. This was the season where we were introduced to extremely talented singers like Bugoy, Miguel Mendoza, and Liezel Garcia. But earlier than PDA2 days, Mr. C judged a rival singing contest in TV5 – Philippine Idol along with Pilita Corrales and the late Francis Magalona.

Now, on Tuesday, June 28, 2011 at 8PM, along with The Ryan Cayabyab Singer (I am proud that a friend of mine is one of them. My bigger brother and Amang Volter) Mr. Ryan Cayabyab and Friends will perform at the NEWPORT PERFORMING ARTS THEATER. This concert will have Bituin Escalante, Dulce and Jed Pangan singing outstanding hits and OPM classics. The concept and stage direction will be managed by Mr. Floy Quintos and this is a joint project by The Ultimate Entertainment, Inc.; Ticketworld; www.rwmanila.com, NEWPORT PERFORMING ARTS THEATER and ABSCBN as the Official TV Partner.

For ticket inquiries contact TICKETWORLD: (02) 891-9999

An Interview With Myrus - The Sentimental Prince of the Philippines

It was an ordinary day when I drop by on one of my favorite site in the web. It was a long boring day when I decided to plunge in the music site of Youtube. A video posted in my Facebook newsfeed caught my attention. 

Myrus - The Philippine Sentimental Prince

One of my SUPERMEGAULTIMATEDIAMONDBONGANG favorite OPM songs is covered by a male singer. The song is “Hangang Ngayon” popularized by Rnb Princess Kyla and the cover version was sung by Myrus – The Philippine Sentimental Prince.

Myrus , who was discovered through a social networking site, recorded his debut album when he was 17 years old-- when his voice was still on a development stage and you better hear him sing now that he's 20. Myrus didn’t come from a fortunate background: he actually went into singing to earn extra cash from himself and his family. He started singing professionally as a teen-ager in bars, where he would get paid some cash—but only after singing at lot of songs: he recalls singing as much as 40 or 50 songs in one night. It was unbreakable work that didn’t have fair payment—but it turns out that all of the hardship preparation for bigger and better things.

Claire Dela Fuente’s hit song “Sayang” was his mark in the local music scene. Then he released his debut album “Love Cycle” featuring his hit single “Laging Ikaw”. The album showcases Myrus’s vocal abilities and versatility by incorporating pop and R and B flavors to a mostly all-Filipino track list about first loves and heartbreaks. Myrus was recognized as 2008’s Most Promising Young R and B Performing Artist by the Asian Star Entertainment Awards and a Teen Ambassador for a Smoke-free Society. He also received other awards and recognitions - ASAP 24K Artists, ASAP '09; 2010 Best New RnB Artist, Top Entertainment Awards; Male Star of the Night, First PMPC Star Awards for Music; Best New RnB Artist 2008 Asian Star Entertainment Awards (ASEA) and many more.

This song is my Ultimate Favorite song by Myrus :D

Myrus have shared the stage with various legendary musical icons from local and foreign industry. She had a duet with Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez in one of his major concert where Regine describe him as a very skilled singer with distinctly beautiful voice. With so many good words about his gifts as a vocalist—from other topnotch singers, no less—it’s refreshing to note that Myrus has remained modest and with both feet kept firmly on the ground. Myrus was also the only Filipino that performed alongside nine global artists at the “Then & Now: Massive Music Festival 2010” held last year at the SM Mall of Asia.  He performed with various international performers with the likes of: JoJo, Diana King, SWV, P.M. Dawn, V Factory, Frankie J, Baby Bash, All-4-One, and TQ.

Now, Myrus is busy for “Tunog Natin”, a FREE concert featuring some of the most distinguished and promising names in the local music scene. He is the project head of the concert series seeks to revive interest and appreciation for OPM to assure the future of both the artists and Filipino music. Filipino audiences are urged to help bring new life to OPM and save the heritage and legacy of Filipino musicians by attending this free concert series. These concerts will not only showcase the beauty and creativity of Filipino music but will also preserve and promote OPM for generations to come. This will be staged at the Ayala Triangle Gardens on June 15 to lobby for public support for the slowly fading Original Pilipino Music (OPM).

Luckily, I had a chance to chat with Myrus yesterday morning. And here is the things we have talked about.

Myrus is set to record his sophomore album. He’s still tight-lipped on the information but he did hint that the songs on the second album will both challenge him as a singer and highlight is vocal gifts.  With the worth he places in friendship, trust, patience and self-improvement, as well as his giant talent, it looks like the future of OPM is assured with Myrus carrying the set on fire in the years to come. 

Top Ten Most Beautiful Celebrity At Forties

With so much pressure and stress with everyday life, its a challenge for a woman to stay naturally beautiful even at 40's. Many have tried various scientific surgeries and took pills to maintain their beauty. But who among the today's woman stood up the most beautiful even over 40?






10. Amy Austria - She now with primetime drama of ABSCBN 'Minsan lang kitang iibigin' and I could really say, she is very good. I admire that inspite of her outdoor shoots, she still managed to stay pretty and gorgeous.

9. Dina Bonnevie - The multiawarded actresss managed to maintain her beauty even if she is now a grandmother .. hindi halata mother !

8. Vivian Velez - Since 'Immortal' has bid goodbye to the primetime television, isa talaga si Vivian Velez sa mga mamimiss ko. Her character is indeed remarkable. And she maintained her beautiful figure. Very Fabulous !

7. Zsa Zsa Padilla - The Divine Dive indeed beautiful in and out. She is one of my most admired singer for she managed to remain pretty and humble.

6. Regine Velasquez-Alcasid - The Asia's Songbird roars her wings even over 40.Now that she is Mrs. Alcasid and bearing her first baby. I prayed for her safety delivery and may she enjoys her parenthood.

5. Agot Isidro - I grew up watching her in TV. From noontime to afternoon drama and now to primetime series. Bida-Kontra bida .. dedma .. magaling si Anteng Agot.

4. Eula Valdez - Mapabida o kontra bida, mayaman o mahirap ang role .. dyosa pa rin  ang lola mo. At sorry - nagpost pa ang lola mo sa FHM Magazine.

3. Gretchen Barreto - We you say La Greta it means - Fabolous, Luxurius, Elegant and Beautiful. I really missed watching her in TV.

2. Isabel Preysler - A former model from a rich family in Manila, turn to be a journalist. In 1970, Preysler was introduced to a football player named Julio Iglesias, who just signed a recording contract to become a singer.Her father, Carlos Preysler is deceased and her mother, Beatriz Preysler, lives in Miami with son Enrique Iglesias.

1. Dawn Zulueta - Ever beautiful pa rin ang inang dyosa. Now that she is back in acting, everyone is looking forward to see her more. Infact, kahit pinachaka yung mukha niya s Mula s Puso - aysus day .. maganda pa rin ang lola Dawn. Ang maganda nga naman, kahit anung gawing pampapachaka - MAGANDA PA RIN.